Mechanical Process Engineer
18 days ago
Cheltenham
Role: Process EngineerLocation: CheltenhamJob Type: PermanentSalary: £46,000 - £48,000The Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimising, and maintaining automated mechanical engineering processes and related equipment to ensure consistently high product quality, process capability, efficiency, and compliance with applicable standards. The role focuses on process robustness, continuous improvement and technical support across production and new product introduction (NPI).Key ResponsibilitiesProcess Development & OptimisationDevelop, validate, and optimise mechanical engineering processes for production and new product introduction.Define and control critical welding parameters (e.g. current, travel speed, wire feed, shielding gas, heat input).Establish robust procedures and operating windows to ensure repeatable, high-quality welds.Technical Documentation & StandardsSupport internal and external audits relating to welding processes and special process controls.Quality & Problem SolvingProvide technical support to production to resolve weld quality issues such as porosity, lack of fusion, distortion, or cosmetic defects.Lead root cause analysis activities using structured problem-solving tools (e.g. 5 Whys, Fishbone, PFMEA).Implement corrective and preventive actions to improve weld quality and reduce scrap and rework.Automation & Equipment SupportSpecify, commission, and validate automated welding equipment, fixtures, and tooling.Work with equipment suppliers and integrators to improve system capability and uptime.Support maintenance and calibration strategies for welding equipment and monitoring systems.Continuous ImprovementDrive continuous improvement initiatives by applying Lean six-sigma principles focused on productivity, cost reduction, and process capability (Cp/Cpk).Support trials of new consumables, materials, and technologies.Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with Design Engineering to influence manufacturability and weld joint design.Support Supply Chain and Quality teams with supplier welding capability assessments when required.Provide training and technical guidance to operators, technicians, and inspectors.RequirementsStrong technical knowledge of mechanical engineering processesProven experience with automated or robotic welding systemsAbility to interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, and specifications.For further details, please contact Nick Sollis – 01453 829767 or email your cvOmega Resource Group are an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors.We are always seeking Engineering Staff, Senior Managers, Skilled and Semi-Skilled Machinists, Mechanical Fitters, Electrical Fitters, Quality Engineers, Materials Science Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Electronics Engineers, Test Technicians, Technical Authors and Laboratory Technicians to name but a few.Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.TPBN1_UKTJ